Moving inside the Volunteer State's territorial limits for today, we are able to give a full and proper debut for Tennessee, a great state with a large resume of cultural wonder. We stop by a city not too far from our previous destination, for this location, along with the greater areas of Bristol and Johnson City make up Tennessee's "Tri-Cities", one of the most populated areas in all of Appalachia. The story of Kingsport goes back a long time, serving as a resting point for westward travelers before entering Kentucky via the famous Cumberland Gap. Its part of the Holston River let the city become a significant regional shipping port, giving some commercial access to these rural Appalachian settlements early on. But what's most special about where we are? Kingsport was one of the first professionally planned cities in America, carefully redesigned in the early 20th century to optimize its aesthetic appeal. Areas of commerce and industry were separated from residential neighborhoods, and some of the nation's first traffic circles for automobiles were laid out, for example. The "Model City" nickname is no joke, countless other locations in the United States have been inspired by its urban beauty. Our journey today takes us throughout the places I believe are worth checking out during your visit, as you will be amazed at the cultural importance Kingsport brings forth to this region for a city of its size.

Location Covered: Kingsport, TN ✅

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